Adjust an oven rack to the middle position and preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease an 8 1/2-by-4 1/2-inch loaf pan.
In a large bowl combine the flour, cheese, sugar, baking powder, salt and pepper. Stir in the beer and 4 tablespoons of the butter. Be careful not to overmix.
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Place the mixture into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the surface. Brush lightly with the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Bake until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few crumbs attached, 40 to 45 minutes, rotating the loaf pan halfway through baking.
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